Specialist Family Medicine

Roles and responsibilities

• Comprehensive Medical Knowledge

  • Expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of conditions, including chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma), acute illnesses (e.g., infections, injuries), and preventive care (e.g., vaccinations, screenings).
  • Knowledgeable in pediatrics, adult medicine, and geriatrics, as family medicine physicians provide care for patients of all ages.
  • Understanding the biopsychosocial model of healthcare, considering physical, psychological, and social factors in patient care.

• Diagnostic Skills

  • Ability to accurately assess and diagnose a broad range of health conditions, from simple illnesses to more complex, multi-system diseases.
  • Proficiency in physical examination, history taking, and interpreting lab tests and imaging studies to make informed diagnostic decisions.

• Preventive and Wellness Care

  • Strong focus on preventive medicine, such as advising patients on healthy lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, smoking cessation), immunizations, screening tests, and early detection of diseases.
  • Knowledge of health promotion strategies and chronic disease management to help patients prevent or manage long-term conditions.

• Patient-Centered Care

  • Building and maintaining long-term relationships with patients and their families to ensure continuity of care.
  • Providing holistic care by considering a patient’s physical, emotional, and social health needs.
  • Active listening and clear communication with patients to develop personalized care plans and ensure patients understand their conditions and treatment options.

• Clinical Decision-Making

  • Expertise in making sound clinical decisions that balance the needs of patients with available resources, considering factors like patient preferences, lifestyle, and family dynamics.
  • Ability to make decisions on the fly in urgent or emergency situations, and manage multiple conditions that may require collaboration with specialists.

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • Excellent communication skills for educating patients and families about their health, treatment options, and preventive measures.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with specialists, nurses, and other healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive care.

• Crisis Management and Emergency Care

  • Proficiency in managing medical emergencies and urgent care situations, including managing acute injuries, respiratory distress, cardiac events, and anaphylactic reactions.
  • Ability to stabilize patients and provide immediate treatment, including performing basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS).

• Care Coordination

  • Coordinating care across various healthcare settings, including referrals to specialists, hospital admissions, and post-discharge follow-up care.
  • Knowledge of the healthcare system, insurance processes, and patient advocacy to help patients navigate their care journey.

• Technology Proficiency

  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems for documenting patient history, treatments, and monitoring outcomes.
  • Utilizing technology for patient management, including telemedicine services, patient portals, and virtual consultations.

Desired candidate profile

• Providing primary care services to patients of all ages, including infants, children, adults, and seniors.
• Conducting thorough medical histories and physical examinations to diagnose and treat health conditions.
• Developing and implementing treatment plans for acute and chronic illnesses, including prescribing medications and other treatments as necessary.
• Providing preventative care, including immunizations, health screenings, and health education.
• Managing chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
• Providing counseling and support to patients and their families
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Referring patients to specialists as needed
  

Education

• Completion of a family medicine residency program.
• Board certification in family medicine
  

Requirements

• With Valid DOH license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.